Macramé: Tie Stories Together

Textile artist Laura Bossi begins the course by telling you about her first encounter with macramé and how it blossomed into a passion for this art form. She also shares the people, places, and things that inspire her work and that have influenced her style.

Continue with an introduction to the tools and materials you need to make your final project. Explore different types of cord, wood, and supports before learning the basic knots.

Once you've covered the essentials, work on the design of your wall hanging and draw a sketch. Laura then shows you how to turn your sketch into a technical sheet with a detailed scale diagram to help you understand the proportions. Use this diagram to determine the number and type of knots you need to create your design.

Next, calculate how much material you need to make your wall hanging and the length of each section.

Now it's time to get knotting! Tie the cord to your wooden support and start shaping your composition, following your teacher's instructions.

Finally, learn how to decorate your finished piece by adding fringe and tassels. To tie everything together, Laura explains how to take care of your wall hanging and make it last.